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The President of the United States of America
Takes Pride in Presenting

THE
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
to

MEADE, ROBERT H.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Robert H. Meade, Captain (Infantry),
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 253d
Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 8 April 1945,
near Zuttlingen, Germany. When his company was unable to enter the
town because of heavy enemy machine gun activity, Captain Meade, armed
with an M- 1 rifle, moved out alone toward the objective. His daring
attack resulted in the capture of fourteen SS men and completely
unnerved the strongly entrenched enemy. Advancing through the town
under sniper fire, he located the mayor and then forced more than one
hundred hostile civilians to cease resistance. Captain Meade's
courageous action achieved, single-handedly, the surrender of the
town. His outstanding initiative and gallantry exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 496 (September 10, 1945)
Home Town: Washington, Indiana

MEANS, AUGUSTUS G.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Augustus G. Means, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 318th
Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 26 December 1944. Private First Class Means' intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 80th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 42 (1945)
Home Town: Massachusetts

MEARS, MYRON A.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Myron A. Mears, Second Lieutenant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 417th Infantry
Regiment, 76th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13
February 1945. Second Lieutenant Mears' intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, the 76th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 85 (1945)

MECKLEM, NORMAN J., JR.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Norman J. Mecklem, Jr., First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company B, 2d Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 16 February 1945. First Lieutenant
Mecklem's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 5th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 112 (1945)

MEDINA, JOSEPH N.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph N. Medina, Sergeant, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 17th Infantry
Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13
December 1944. Sergeant Medina's intrepid actions, personal bravery
and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 299 (1945)

MEDINA, RUMALDOSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Rumaldo Medina, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 7th
Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 19 March 1945.
Private First Class Medina's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 625 (1945)

MEDINA, SEVEROSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Severo Medina, First Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 3d Military Police
Battalion, in action against enemy forces during World War II. First
Sergeant Medina's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.

MEGELLAS, JAMESCitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James Megellas (0-439607), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving as a Platoon Leader in Company H, 3d Battalion, 504th
Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 30
September 1944, in Holland. First Lieutenant Megellas led his platoon
on a combat patrol to secure information and prisoners. Arriving at
the enemy observation post, he crawled forward alone and killed two
outpost guards and the crew of a machine gun nest. He brought forward
his patrol, attacked the main enemy defenses and single-handed secured
three prisoners and killed two more. Two blockhouses were then
attacked and destroyed. The aggressiveness of this patrol action
thoroughly demoralized the enemy in the sector. His mission completed,
First Lieutenant Megellas withdrew his platoon through the enemy lines
and under mortar fire. He personally carried a wounded man while
firing his Thompson Sub-Machine Gun with one hand. The extraordinary
heroism and brilliant leadership displayed by First Lieutenant
Megellas enabled his patrol to inflict disproportionate casualties on
the enemy, secure vital information and force the Germans to abandon
their planned offensive in the area. His conduct was an inspiration to
his men and his intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
82d Airborne Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, XVI Corps, General
Orders No. 69 (1945)
Born: March 11, 1917 at Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Home Town: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

*MEGOWN, JOHN N., JR. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John N. Megown, Jr.
(19018555), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company A, 7th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy
forces on 24 and 25 May 1944. Private First Class Megown's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and
the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 105 (1944)

MELANSON, ARTHURSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Arthur Melanson, Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 114th Engineer
Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New
Guinea. Private Melanson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Strategic Forces
in Europe, General Orders No. 25 (1944)
Home Town: Massachusetts

MELASKY, HARRIS M.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Harris M. Melasky, Major General, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 86th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 11 April 1945. Major General
Melasky's inspiring leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion
to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 86th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 209 (1945)

*MELLICHAMP, PAUL K. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Paul K. Mellichamp
(0-318160), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 161st Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 26 July 1943, at New Georgia, Solomon
Islands. Captain Mellichamp's outstanding leadership, personal bravery
and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 25th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 458 (1943)
Home Town: Dorchester County, South Carolina

MELLNIK, STEPHEN M. (POW)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Stephen M. Mellnik, Major, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the Philippine Guerilla
Forces, in action against enemy Japanese forces from 4 April 1943 to 9
July 1943, in the Philippine Islands. As a Prisoner of War, Major
Mellnik was one of ten men including two Naval Officers, three Air
Corps Officers, and two Marine Corps Officers who escaped after nearly
a year in captivity after the fall of Bataan and Corregidor. The ten
men evaded their captors for days until connecting with Filipino
Guerillas under Wendell Fertig. The officers remained with the
guerillas for weeks, obtaining vital information which they carried
with them when they were subsequently evacuated by American
submarines. Their escape was the only mass escape from a Japanese
prison camp during the war. Major Mellnik's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 47 (1943)

MELSER, LEONARD J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Leonard J. Melser, Sergeant, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces during World War
II. Sergeant Melser's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.

MELTON, JOHN W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John W. Melton, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment,
32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 7 July 1944.
Staff Sergeant Melton's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 99 (1944)

MENAFEE, THOMAS A.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas A. Menafee, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 24
June 1944. Private First Class Menafee's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army
Forces-Pacific Ocean Areas, General Orders No. 74 (1944)

MENDEZ, LOUIS GONZAGA, JR.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Louis Gonzaga Mendez, Jr. (0-23262),
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as
Commanding Officer, 3d Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment,
82d Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces during the
period 6 June 1944 through 7 July 1944, in France. One instance of
particular note was on 20 June 1944, near Pretot, France, when
Lieutenant Colonel Mendez personally led an assault on the town of
Pretot through a withering concentration of observed mortar, timed
artillery and machine gun cross-fire. In their first attempt to win
their objective, the two assault companies were pinned to the ground
by a devastating artillery barrage and suffered heavy casualties.
Appreciating the danger of delay, Lieutenant Colonel Mendez crawled to
a position in front of his men, leaped to his feet and led the charge
which drove the enemy out of the town. By his calm disregard for
personal danger and his ability to act quickly and aggressively under
fire, he turned imminent catastrophe into a victory. Lieutenant
Colonel Mendez's courage, calmness, judgment and devotion to duty were
directly responsible for the achievement of his battalion's objective,
and exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 82d Airborne
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, European Theater of
Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 79 (1944)
Born: at Colorado Home Town: Falls Church, Virginia

*MENDICK, ROBERT E. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert E. Mendick,
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
48th Armored Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 17
September 1944. Second Lieutenant Mendick's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 68 (1944)

MENDOZA, HENRY R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Henry R. Mendoza, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 7th Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 October 1944. Private
First Class Mendoza's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 29 (1945)

MENDOZA, MANUEL VERDUGOSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Manuel Verdugo Mendoza, Staff Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 350th
Infantry Regiment, 88th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 4 October 1944. Staff Sergeant Mendoza's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 88th Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 8 (1945)
Home Town: Miami, Arizona

MENDOZA, SAMUEL S.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Samuel S. Mendoza, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 383d
Infantry Regiment, 96th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 25 October 1944, at Leyte, Philippine Islands. Private First
Class Mendoza's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
96th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 89 (1945)

*MEREDITH, IRA L. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Ira L. Meredith
(34185982), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 9 June 1944, in France. Staff Sergeant
Meredith's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 32 (1944)

MERENDINO, THOMAS N.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas N. Merendino (0-412675), Captain
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding
Officer, Company B, 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in
France. Captain Merendino disembarked from the landing craft in the
initial assault wave and, with complete disregard for his own safety,
hastily organized the men who were struggling in the water and led
them through the intense enemy fire to the shore. Upon reaching the
shore, he refused to take cover and again organized an assault group
for further advance. Fully exposed to the sweeping fire from enemy
pillboxes and machine gun nests and a constant target for the snipers
on the hill, he personally led the charge up the slope. The personal
bravery and the inspired leadership exhibited by Captain Merendino
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 31 (July 1, 1944)
Home Town: New Jersey

MERRILL, BOBBIE L.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Bobbie L. Merrill, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 305th
Infantry Regiment, 77th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 27 March 1945, near Asa, Zamami Shima, Ryukyu Islands.
Private Merrill was first gunner of a machine gun protecting the left
flank of the defensive area where the unit was dug in on a ridge above
the town of Asa, Zamami Shima, Ryukyu Islands. At 0200 the enemy
opened up an intensive mortar and grenade barrage and then attacked in
force. Bearing the brunt of the concentrated assault, Private Merrill
and his comrades delivered deadly fire from two machine guns, and
succeeded in repulsing the enemy advance. Although painfully wounded
in the arm and face by grenade fragments, he refused to withdraw to
the medical aid station, and remained at his post, fighting off two
more fanatical attacks which reached the gun positions. Wounded in the
leg in the violent hand-to-hand combat which ensued he continued to
beat off the frenzied attackers. When with mounting intensity the
enemy attacked for the third time, he emptied his pistol into the
charging forces, and grasping an entrenching tool, attacked and killed
a Japanese officer. Seizing the dead man's saber, he turned upon
another enemy officer and engaged him in a violent duel, finally
killing him. With unflagging determination he pressed the fight, and
charged the remaining enemy, who turned and fled in terror. 27
Japanese dead were counted the next morning in and around the machine
gun position which he and his comrades had held so valiantly. Through
his aggressive fighting spirit and indomitable will to destroy the
enemy, Private Merrill played an important part in preventing a
disastrous breakthrough of the company defense, and set an inspiring
example of bravery to all members of the command. His intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 77th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 398 (1945)

*MERRITT, HUGH H. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Hugh H. Merritt
(20805611), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action
against enemy forces on 2 January 1944. Sergeant Merritt's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and
the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 59 (1944)
Home Town: Scurry County, Texas

MESSER, ALLEN B.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Allen B. Messer, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman
with the 117th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 4 October 1944. Private First Class Messer's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 30th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 78 (1944)

METHENY, FRED R.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Fred R. Metheny (0-532283), Second
Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
101st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy during the period
from 20 December 1944 through 2 January 1945, in the vicinity of
Bastogne, Belgium. During the aforementioned period, Second Lieutenant
Metheny volunteered and lead patrols on several occasions, deep into
enemy territory, near Bastogne, under hazardous conditions. His patrol
of 21 December 1944 established itself on high ground within the enemy
lines where it had perfect observation of the enemy in the front and
flanks. The information Lieutenant Metheny radioed back permitted the
successful bombing by B-17s of enemy armor units in Foy and Cobru. His
daylight patrol of 23 December 1944 discovered an enemy road block.
Lieutenant Metheny returned with this information, organized a combat
patrol, and returned to the road block which he destroyed, along with
twenty Germans defending it. The daylight patrol of 2 January 1945 was
trapped by approximately one hundred Germans, but Lieutenant Metheny
led his men in a breakout during which they killed fifteen Germans and
captured one. The conspicuous courage and inspiring leadership of
Second Lieutenant Metheny exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps,
General Orders No. 19 (March 14, 1945)
Home Town: Nebraska

METYCH, JOHN W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John W. Metych, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 377th
Infantry Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 9 November 1944. Private First Class Metych's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 95th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 297 (1945)

*METZ, EDWIN W. (MIA-KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edwin W. Metz
(36561882), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 629th Tank Destroyer Battalion, in action against
enemy forces on 26 December 1944. Private First Class Metz's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and
the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 46 (1945)
Home Town: Oakland County, Michigan

MEYER, CHARLES R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles R. Meyer, Lieutenant Colonel,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th
Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 6 May 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Meyer's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 51 (1945)

MEYER, GEORGE R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to George R. Meyer, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 101st
Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 8 November 1944. Private First Class Meyer's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 26th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 126 (1945)

*MICCERI, JOSEPH A. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Joseph A. Micceri
(12226227), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 27 November 1944. Private First Class
Micceri's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 30th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 73 (1945)
Home Town: Westchester County, New York

MICHIN, BERNARDCitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Bernard Michin (31446424), Private,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 158th
Engineer Combat Battalion in action against enemy forces on 18
December 1944, in Belgium. In the direct line of advance of an enemy
tank and subjected to heavy mortar, small arms and tank fire, Private
Michin, armed with a rocket launcher, courageously withheld his fire
until the tank reached a point approximately ten yards away. At great
personal risk, he fired a rocket, scored a direct hit and completely
destroyed the tank. Suffering painful burns and temporarily blinded by
the flash of an exploding projectile, he crawled back to a covered
position. Meanwhile, the Germans infiltrated to within a few feet of
him, mounted a machine gun and fired upon his comrades nearby. Unable
to see the weapon, he determined its location by sound and, with
complete disregard for his own safety, hurled a hand grenade which
silenced the gun and killed the entire crew. Suffering excruciating
pain, he staggered through intense enemy fire to rejoin his squad. By
his heroic achievement, fearless courage and unflinching devotion to
duty, Private Michin exemplified the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflected great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 10 (January 17, 1945)
Home Town: Rhode Island

MICKLESEN, CLAYTON H.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Clayton H. Micklesen, First Lieutenant
(Cavalry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Veterinary Corps, 26th Cavalry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action
against enemy forces on 22 December 1941, in the Philippine Islands.
First Lieutenant Micklesen's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 11 (1942)

*MICULKA, CLARENCE J. (KIA)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Clarence J. Miculka
(38162957), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Battery C, 441st AntiAircraft Artillery Battalion (AW),
in action against enemy forces on 24 April 1945, near Dillingen,
Germany. When his Battery was engaged in defending the only
Allied-controlled bridge over the Danube River, Corporal Miculka
braved a strafing attack by two Messerschmitts. Although he received a
fatal wound from the 20-mm. gun of an attacking plane, which severed
his right leg and shattered his arm, he continued to engage the
hostile aircraft with his 37-mm. cannon. Bleeding to death and with
his vehicle riddled in twelve placed by German fire, he fought on to
damage and destroy the enemy. He died a few minutes after
accomplishing his courageous, self-assigned mission. Corporal
Miculka's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 585 (October 6, 1945)
Home Town: Eagle Lake, Texas

MIKLOVIC,
FRANKSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Frank Miklovic, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 1st
Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 23 May 1945. Private First Class Miklovic's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 40th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 67 (1945)
Home Town: Flushing, Ohio

MILANO, ORLANDO A.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Orlando A. Milano, Corporal, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 303d Engineer
Combat Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 24 February 1945.
Corporal Milano's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 28 (1946)

MILANOWSKI, RAYMOND H.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Raymond H. Milanowski, Corporal, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 2d Battalion, 2d
Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 21 August 1944. Corporal Milanowski's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 5th Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 147 (1945)

MILBY, RAYMONDSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Raymond Milby, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 127th
Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 12 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New
Guinea. Private First Class Milby's intrepid actions, personal bravery
and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943)
Home Town: Kentucky

MILEHAM, ANDREW J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Andrew J. Mileham, Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 30 January
1944. Private Mileham's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 94 (June 4, 1944)

MILESNICK, JOHN S.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John S. Milesnick, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 9th
Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 17 and 18 December 1944. First Lieutenant Milesnick's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 2d Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 14 (1946)

MILJATOVICH, MILAN J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Milan J. Miljatovich, Staff Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 127th
Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena,
New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Miljatovich's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943)
Home Town: Wisconsin

MILLENER, RAYMOND D. (DNB)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Raymond D. Millener (0-18140),
Lieutenant Colonel (General Staff Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving as Operations Officer, 101st Airborne Division, in
action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. Lieutenant
Colonel Millener and his men were dropped 15 miles from the appointed
drop zone. He assembled all the forces in the immediate vicinity and
started toward the designated assembly area to join the main force. En
route, the party encountered heavy enemy resistance. Despite the
intense enemy fire, Lieutenant Colonel Millener repeatedly exposed
himself in leading his men. Inspired by Lieutenant Colonel Millener's
personal bravery and leadership, his small force successfully
assaulted two machine gun positions and destroyed two enemy tanks and
two enemy half-track vehicles. The gallantry and superior leadership
displayed by Lieutenant Colonel Millener exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 31 (July 1, 1944)
Home Town: Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Legion of Merit,
Purple Heart

MILLER, ALVIN O.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Alvin O. Miller, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 209th Engineers, in
action against enemy forces on 13 June 1944. Staff Sergeant Miller's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army
Forces-China/Burma/India, General Orders No. 99 (1944)

MILLER, CHARLES P.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles P. Miller, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces from
11 to 13 May 1944. Private First Class Miller's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 149 (1944)

MILLER, CHARLES W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles W. Miller, First Lieutenant
(Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 14th
Tank Battalion, 3d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on
7 March 1945. First Lieutenant Miller's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, the 3d Armored Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 49 (1945)
Home Town: Washington, D.C.

MILLER, EARL J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Earl J. Miller, Sergeant, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with 24th Cavalry Reconnaissance
Squadron, in action against enemy forces on 20 December 1944. Sergeant
Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 48 (1945)

MILLER, ERNEST J.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Ernest J. Miller (37242753), Private
First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
A, 1st Battalion, 327th Glider Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne
Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 September 1944, in the
Vicinity of Zon, Holland. While his company was assaulting enemy
positions, Private First Class Miller advanced with his company across
open terrain, continually exposed to heavy mortar, 88-millimeter,
machine gun and rifle fire. He fire his Browning Automatic Rifle at
the enemy positions until a defect in his weapon caused it to blow up
in the midst of the charge on the enemy. Armed with only a trench
knife, he continued in the assault, stormed a machine gun position,
and single-handed, captured three machine gunners. After disposing of
the prisoners, he took over a light machine gun from a wounded
comrade, and continued forward in the attack to the assigned
objective. Private First Class Miller's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps,
General Orders No. 14 (December 17, 1944)
Home Town: Utah

*MILLER, HARVEY L. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Harvey L. Miller
(35004940), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company D, 41st Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 11th
Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 April 1945.
Private Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 11th Armored Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 214 (1945)
Home Town: Franklin County, Ohio

MILLER, HARVEY, JR.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Harvey Miller, Jr., Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 32d Armored Regiment, 3d
Armored Division, in action against enemy forces from 24 to 26
December 1944. Private Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 3d Armored Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 52 (1945)

MILLER, HUBERT G.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Hubert G. Miller, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 90th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 July 1944.
First Lieutenant Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 90th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 89 (1944)
Home Town: New York

*MILLER, JAMES A. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to James A. Miller
(35007213), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 145th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 17 July 1943, at New Georgia, Solomon
Islands. Corporal Miller and 12 other men out-fought a 150-man
Japanese raiding party. Corporal Miller was stationed as a guard near
a supply dump on the beach. He had volunteered for the hazardous duty
knowing that it might cost his life. He courageously waited until the
enemy was almost upon him before firing a series of bursts at close
range. The result was a virtual ambush of the hostile forces. Corporal
Miller lost his life in a bitter hand-to-hand encounter when the
Japanese were storming his position. His intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 37th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 543 (1943)

MILLER, JESSE R., JR. (KIA)(First Award)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Jesse R. Miller, Jr. (0-1286164), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 15 June 1944. First Lieutenant Miller's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the
cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 39 (1944)

*MILLER, JESSE R., JR. (KIA)(Second Award)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting a Bronze
Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished
Service Cross (Posthumously) to Jesse R. Miller, Jr. (0-1286164),
First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 19 October 1944. First Lieutenant
Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 72 (1945)
Home Town: Washington County, Georgia
Personal Awards: 2@ Distinguished Service Crosses (WWII)

MILLER, JOSEPH A.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph A. Miller, Technical Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Cannon Company,
321st Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 28
September 1944. Technical Sergeant Miller's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army
Forces-Pacific Ocean Areas, General Orders No. 27 (1945)

MILLER, KEITH E.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Keith E. Miller, First Lieutenant
(Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 40th Engineers, in action against enemy forces on 10
July 1943. First Lieutenant Miller's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 3 (1944)

*MILLER, KERMIT C. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Kermit C. Miller
(0-2040751), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 115th Infantry Regiment, 29th Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 June 1944. First
Lieutenant Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 29th Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 7 (1945)
Home Town: Chautauqua County, New York

*MILLER, MILAN M. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Milan M. Miller
(16096815), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 7 June 1944, in France. Private First
Class Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion
to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of
the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 74 (1944)
Home Town: Cook County, Illinois

*MILLER, ROBERT L. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert L. Miller,
Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
B, 222d Anti-Aircraft SL Battalion, in action against enemy forces on
18 June 1945. Sergeant Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States
Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 417 (1945)

MILLER, WILLIAM C.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William C. Miller, Captain (Infantry),
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 137th
Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 2 August 1944.
Captain Miller's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 58 (1944)

MILLER, WILLIAM C.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William C. Miller, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 15
January 1945. Private First Class Miller's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 87 (1945)

MILLER, WILLIAM F.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William F. Miller, Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 3 December
1943. Private Miller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 79 (1944)

MILLER, WILLIAM L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William L. Miller, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 503d
Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 18 and
19 February 1945. First Lieutenant Miller's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 87 (1945)

*MILLIGAN, JOHN S., JR. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John S. Milligan, Jr.
(0-462596), Captain (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 197th Field Artillery Regiment, in action
against enemy forces on 12 July 1944. Captain Milligan's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and
the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 68 (1944)
Home Town: Volusia County, Florida

*MILLS, ALBERT R. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Albert R. Mills
(37111509), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in
action against enemy forces on 11 December 1944. Private First Class
Mills' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 42 (1945)
Home Town: Clark County, Missouri

*MILLS, AUBREY L. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Aubrey L. Mills
(0-1031151), First Lieutenant (Cavalry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with 18th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized),
14th Cavalry Group, 40th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 16 December 1944. First Lieutenant Mills' intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 40th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 47 (1945)
Home Town: Geary County, Kansas

MILLS, BARBER C.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Barber C. Mills, Captain (Armor), U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 771st Tank Battalion, in
action against enemy forces on 23 February 1945. Captain Mills'
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 142 (1945)

MILLS, DONALD C.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Donald C. Mills, Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 230th Field
Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 22 November
1944. Second Lieutenant Mills' intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 81 (1945)

*MILLS, HERBERT M. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Herbert M. Mills
(0-380638), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 33d Armored Regiment, 3d Armored Division, in action
against enemy forces from 16 to 18 November 1944. Lieutenant Colonel
Mills' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 3d Armored Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 17 (1945)
Home Town: El Paso, Texas
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star
(WWII), Bronze Star, Purple Heart

MILLS, RICHARD D.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Richard D. Mills, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 395th
Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 18 December 1944, in Germany. When the enemy launched a
furious attack against his unit's positions and penetrated the main
line of resistance, Private First Class Mills opened fire with his
automatic rifle, killing many of the enemy and wounding others. Time
and again he turned back their repeated fanatic attempts to pass his
position. On the final attack, Private First Class Mills' weapon
jammed. With utter disregard for his personal safety, he left his
foxhole, and standing in the open, hurled grenades, dispersing the
hostile attack. By his superb personal courage and unhesitating
action, Private First Class Mills contributed materially to the
stemming of the German drive and the protection of his battalion's
communication lines. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 99th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 66 (1945)

MILOSEVICH, RISTO (POW)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Risto Milosevich, Sergeant [then
Private First Class], U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Intelligence and Reconnaissance Platoon, Headquarters
Company, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 16 December 1944, in the vicinity of Lanzerath,
Belgium. Following a relentless early morning artillery barrage,
Sergeant Milosevich sighted two columns of German paratroopers
marching on the road through Lanzerath about 200 yards from the
platoon's position. When the German unit launched an attack, Sergeant
Milosevich boldly and single-handedly manned a .30 caliber light
machine gun. Simultaneously feeding the belt and operating the machine
gun, he placed voluminous automatic weapons fire on the Germans who
were concentrating their assault to the front and right of his
assigned defensive sector. During this assault, he spotted and cut
down an enemy soldier attempting to throw a grenade inside the
defensive perimeter. When his machine gun jammed, he continued to
suppress the attack with remarkably rapid and accurate fire from his
individual weapon. Joined by his platoon sergeant as another attack
began, Sergeant Milosevich fed the belt to a machine gun until it
burned out. He then began removing ammunition from the useless machine
gun belts for use in his rifle so that he could continue to repel the
enemy soldiers who outnumbered the platoon fifteen-to-one. Sergeant
Milosevich's dauntless efforts and sustained weapons fire throughout
the day contributed immensely to the platoon's ability to stop three
separate frontal attacks. Finally, hopelessly outnumbered and out of
ammunition, he was overwhelmed and forcefully captured in his foxhole
by the enemy. Sergeant Milosevich's extraordinary heroism and refusal
to surrender despite insurmountable odds were responsible for
inflicting heavy casualties on the attacking enemy forces and delaying
their advance for nearly 18 hours. Sergeant Milosevich's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 99th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Department of the Army, General
Orders No. 26 (1981)
Home Town: Los Angeles, California

MILOTTA, DAVID E.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to David E. Milotta (0-460579), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 16th Infantry
Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11
July 1943, in Sicily. When the enemy hurled an attack of 30 to 40
tanks against the recently established beachhead, First Lieutenant
Milotta, together with several other officers and men became separated
by this attack. Lieutenant Milotta then left his concealed position
and made his way over hundreds of yards of heavily shelled terrain in
the path of the approaching tanks to reach an abandoned anti-tank gun.
Lieutenant Milotta engaged the enemy armor at almost point-blank range
and continued to fire even after the tanks had encircled his position.
He remained at his position until two of his companions were seriously
wounded, and at further risk to his life evacuated these men. Through
his extraordinary heroism and high devotion to duty in the face of
such great odds, First Lieutenant Milotta materially contributed to
the eventual defeat of the enemy and his intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 16 (1944)
Home Town: Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania

MINN, A. B.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to A. B. Minn, First Lieutenant (Corps of
Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
A, 135th Engineer Combat Battalion, in action against enemy forces on
5 November 1944. First Lieutenant Minn's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

MINOR, JAMES L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James L. Minor, Major, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 24 September 1944.
Major Minor's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion
to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 16 (1945)

*MINOR, OSCAR D. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Oscar D. Minor
(39007937), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action
against enemy forces on 24 May 1943. Private Minor's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army
Forces-Pacific Ocean Areas, General Orders No. 39 (1944)
Home Town: Santa Clara, California

*MINTON, DANIEL WADE (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Daniel Wade Minton
(16054093), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 12 February 1944. Staff Sergeant Minton's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 36th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 72 (1944)
Home Town: Omaha, Illinois

MINTON, WARREN A.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Warren A. Minton, First Lieutenant
(Cavalry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
C, 26th Cavalry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy
forces on 13 January 1942, in the Philippine Islands. First Lieutenant
Minton's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 79 (1946)

MIRICH, GEORGE W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to George W. Mirich, Corporal, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 32d Infantry
Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26
May 1943. Corporal Mirich's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Troops, APO
726 (Attu Landing Force), General Orders No. 31 (1943)

MISHAKAS, JOSEPHSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph Mishakas, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 30th
Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 23 May 1944. Private First Class Mishakas' intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 190 (1945)

MISHLER, CHARLES J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles J. Mishler, Technical Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 8
July 1944. Technical Sergeant Mishler's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army
Forces-Pacific Ocean Areas, General Orders No. 74 (1944)

MISNER, CHARLES C.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles C. Misner, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
L, 3d Battalion, 302d Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 19 February 1945, in Germany. During
the attack on Kesslingen, Germany, on Lieutenant Misner fearlessly led
his platoon into the town against fierce enemy resistance, returned
alone to direct the advance of supporting tanks and then rejoined his
platoon, inspiring them by his heroic leadership. With the enemy
driven from the town he exposed himself to intense enemy mortar fire
to personally organize litter squads and supervise the evacuation of
casualties. First Lieutenant Misner's bold leadership, aggressiveness,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 94th Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 156 (June 30, 1945)
Home Town: Fort Wayne, Indiana

*MISTER, THEODORE K. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Theodore K. Mister
(13103725), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 13 June 1944. Private First Class
Mister's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 2d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 300 (1945)
Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland

MITCHELL, GEORGE R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to George R. Mitchell, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 23d
Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 26 July 1944. First Lieutenant Mitchell's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 2d Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 27 (1944)

MITCHELL, HAROLD L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Harold L. Mitchell, Corporal, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 126th Infantry
Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 7
to 9 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea.
Corporal Mitchell's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, South West Pacific
Area, General Orders No. 3 (1943)
Home Town: Michigan

MITCHELL, JACHIMSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Jachim Mitchell, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 401st
Glider Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against
enemy forces on 8 October 1944. Private First Class Mitchell's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 437 (1945)

MITCHELL, JOHNCitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John Mitchell, Captain (Infantry), U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of Company
A, 1st Battalion, 342d Infantry Regiment, 86th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 26 April 1945, in Germany. During an
assault crossing of the Danube River near Ingolstadt, Germany, Captain
Mitchell on two occasions fearlessly exposed himself to intense
hostile artillery, mortar and automatic weapons fire to make a
reconnaissance of the crossing site and then courageously took a place
in the leading assault boat during the actual crossing. When the
company was pinned down by withering enemy machine gun fire as they
landed on the far shore, he gallantly moved to the front of his troops
and led them in an aggressive charge that silenced the enemy guns.
Captain Mitchell's heroic leadership and unflinching devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 86th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 176 (1945)
Home Town: Superior, Arizona

MITCHELL, MERLE M.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Merle M. Mitchell, Captain (Infantry),
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 3d Battalion,
157th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces from 16 to 19 February 1944. Captain Mitchell's
outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 45th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 94 (June 4, 1944)

MITCHELL, THOMASSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas Mitchell, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 388th
Infantry Regiment, 97th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 13 May 1944. Private First Class Mitchell's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 97th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 149 (1944)

MITCHELL, WILLARD M.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Willard M. Mitchell, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
L, 383d Infantry Regiment, 96th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 9 April 1945, at Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands. First
Lieutenant Mitchell's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
96th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Tenth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 199 (1945)

MITMAN, ERWIN F. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Erwin F. Mitman (1996418), Technical
Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 22d
Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 13 June 1944. Technical Sergeant Mitman's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 4th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 32 (1944)
Home Town: Detroit, Michigan
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts

*MITTLEBERGER, EARL (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Earl Mittleberger
(37039378), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company A, 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during
the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Mittleberger's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the
cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, South West Pacific
Area, General Orders No. 10 (1943)
Home Town: Scott County, Iowa

MIYAMOTO, FUJIO JOECitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Fujio Joe Miyamoto (30105618), Staff
Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
K, 3d Battalion, 442d Regimental Combat Team, attached to the 36th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 29 October 1944
near Biffontaine, France. When the forward elements of Sergeant
Miyamoto's company were pinned down by fire from an enemy machine gun
and supporting snipers, he fearlessly worked his way forward toward
the enemy emplacement. While so engaged, he was wounded in the forearm
by a sniper, but disdaining medical treatment, he continued to advance
until he reached a point 25 yards from the emplacement. Exposing
himself in order to get better observation, he opened fire with his
sub-machine gun, killed the two gunners and thus neutralized the
position. In the 2- hour fire fight which followed, Staff Sergeant
Miyamoto accounted for five more of the enemy and refused to be
evacuated until the initial objective was reached. Staff Sergeant
Miyamoto's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 36th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Sixth Army Group,
General Orders No. 19 (March 27, 1945)
Born: May 10, 1922 at Honolulu, Hawaii
Home Town: Honolulu, Hawaii

MIYASHIRO, TAKEICHI TAKEIRIOCitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Takeichi Takeirio Miyashiro
(0-10703701), Second Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 100th Infantry Battalion
(Separate), attached to the 34th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 8 July 1944, near Castellina, Italy. In a dawn attack,
Second Lieutenant Miyashiro led his platoon to take the company
objective. Establishing a defensive position, Second Lieutenant
Miyashiro took a squad to the right flank to eliminate a machine gun
nest situated in a house. With constant sniper fire harassing the
squad, he led his men in taking the house, killing one German and
taking one prisoner. The enemy immediately launched a counterattack to
drive the squad from the house. When the Germans had approached to
points within thirty feet of the house, Second Lieutenant Miyashiro
ordered his men to open fire and the enemy fled in disorder. Second
Lieutenant Miyashiro then established an observation post in the house
and posted local security. An hour later the enemy again attacked the
building. Firing effectively with an M-1 Rifle, Second Lieutenant
Miyashiro cut the enemy platoon to a squad and repulsed the assault.
The Germans launched a third counterattack, supported by an 88-mm.
barrage directed point-blank at the house. Refusing to withdraw,
Second Lieutenant Miyashiro and a handful of men held their post. When
70-mm. shells began falling in the area, Second Lieutenant Miyashiro
ordered his men to withdraw, while he remained at this post to obtain
information of enemy activity. When the barrage lifted, he opened fire
on the charging enemy, and with the aid of a machine gun on the left
flank, succeeded in taking a heavy toll of the enemy to break up the
attack. The courage, tenacity, and fighting determination displayed by
Second Lieutenant Miyashiro provided an inspiration for his men, and
his performance exemplifies the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflects great credit upon himself,
the 34th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 149 (September 7, 1944)
Born: September 15, 1914 at Hawaii Home Town: Honokaa, Hawaii
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star
(WWII)

MIZE, KENNETH W. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Kenneth W. Mize (39289771), Staff
Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy
forces on 10 April 1945. Staff Sergeant Mize's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 18 (1946)
Home Town: San Diego, California

MOCK, NOEL D. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Noel D. Mock (0-2055209), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces in August 1943. First Lieutenant Mock's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the
cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 25 (1943)
Home Town: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts

MOELLER, CHRIS D. (MIA-KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Chris D. Moeller (0-208425), Captain
(Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
88th Field Artillery Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against
enemy forces on 25 January 1942, in the Philippine Islands. Captain
Moeller's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 23 (1942)
Home Town: Contra Costa, California

*MOEN, HENRY A. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Henry A. Moen
(36213663), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company M, 2d Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 23 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Moen's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the
cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
5th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 223 (1945)
Home Town: Wood County, Wisconsin
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts

MOGAB, MIKE J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Mike J. Mogab, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 63d Infantry Regiment,
in action against enemy forces on 18 January 1945. Staff Sergeant
Mogab's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 61 (1945)

MOHL, JOHN L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John L. Mohl, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 163d Infantry
Regiment, 41st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19
January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea.
Staff Sergeant Mohl's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
41st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 37 (1943)
Home Town: Montana

MOHLER, CLARENCE L. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Clarence L. Mohler (39678307), Private
First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
E, 60th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 8 November 1942. Private First Class Mohler's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th
Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Allied Force Headquarters, General
Orders No. 28 (1942)
Home Town: Clark County, Nevada

*MOHR, GEORGE R. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to George R. Mohr
(39279627), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 39th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 31 January 1945. Private First Class
Mohr's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 56 (1945)
Home Town: San Diego, California

MOIR, WILLIAM W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William W. Moir, Captain (Medical
Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical
Officer attached to Company C, 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment, in
action against enemy forces on 8 November 1942. Captain Moir's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Allied Force Headquarters, General
Orders No. 19 (November 23, 1942)

MOLCK, WILLIAM J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William J. Molck, Sergeant, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 24 August
1944. Sergeant Molck's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces in
Austria, General Orders No. 59 (1944)

*MOLLASGO, ARTURO (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Arturo Mollasgo,
Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
H, 45th Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy
forces on 12 February 1942, in the Philippine Islands. Private
Mollasgo's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Allied Force Headquarters in the
Philippines, General Orders No. 15 (1942)

MONIHAN, RICHARD J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Richard J. Monihan, First Lieutenant
(Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 5th
Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 August 1944.
First Lieutenant Monihan's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 5th Armored Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 59 (1944)

*MONIZ, JOSEPH P. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Joseph P. Moniz
(31180784), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with Company B, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces from 27 to 29 March 1945.
Technician Fifth Grade Moniz's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 72 (1945)
Home Town: Providence, Rhode Island

MONROE, MELVIN CANDEESynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Melvin Candee Monroe, First Lieutenant
(Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Headquarters Battery, 617th Field Artillery Battalion, in action
against enemy forces on 7 June 1944. First Lieutenant Monroe's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 70 (1944)
Home Town: Parkdale, Oregon

MONROE, STANLEY R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Stanley R. Monroe, Sergeant, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 31st Infantry
Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 19
January 1942, at Abucay Hacienda in the Philippine Islands. Sergeant
Monroe's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 39 (1942)
Home Town: Alamosa, Colorado

MONTILIO, GEORGECitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to George Montilio (11084198), Private
First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
H, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in
action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. As a volunteer
scout, Corporal Montilio carried out an assault on a footbridge under
intense machine gun and small arms fire. Though the bridge was held by
a superior number of the enemy, his daring and aggressiveness forced
them to withdraw and thereby permitted his unit to organize and hold
their objective. Private First Class Montilio's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 31 (July 1, 1944)
Home Town: Massachusetts

MONTOOTH, WILLIAM A.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William A. Montooth, Staff Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 363d
Infantry Regiment, 91st Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 6 and 7 July 1944. Staff Sergeant Montooth's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 91st Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 176 (1944)

MONTORE, JOSEPH F.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph F. Montore, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 16
June 1944. Private First Class Montore's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 111 (1944)

*MOODY, WILLIAM D. (KIA)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William D. Moody
(0-1300357), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 2d Ranger Battalion, in action against enemy
forces on 6 June 1944, at Normandy, France. On D-Day, First Lieutenant
Moody led his platoon, in the face of heavy and intense enemy fire,
across the beach to the comparative safety of the cliffs overlooking
the beach. He then climbed the cliffs and secured ropes to the top for
the ascent of the remainder of his platoon. Without waiting for his
men to reach the top, First Lieutenant Moody valiantly moved to attack
and clear the enemy out of his trenches in this vicinity. He was
advancing upon an enemy position when he was killed by a sniper. The
extraordinary heroism and courageous leadership displayed by First
Lieutenant Moody were an inspiration to the men of his platoon and
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States, reflecting great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 70 (October 17, 1944)
Home Town: Sullivan County, Tennessee

MOODY, WILLIE W.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Willie W. Moody (33628019), Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 5th Ranger
Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 7 and 8 June
1944, in France. Sergeant Moody volunteered to attempt to make contact
with a battalion of Rangers that had been cut off. At midnight
Sergeant Moody moved off and started through the enemy lines. After
several hours of crawling through enemy mine fields, enemy outposts
and enemy installations, he finally contacted the battalion that had
been cut off. He then returned to his own unit, and started out again
with a reel of wire to a position where he believed his mortars would
be set up. He returned through the enemy lines unreeling the wire so
that accurate fire could be placed upon the enemy positions once the
mortars had been placed in position. Sergeant Moody's heroic actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 28 (June 20, 1944)
Home Town: Norfolk, Virginia

*MOOMAW, STEVENSON W. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Stevenson W. Moomaw
(34804074), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving as a Medical Aidman with the 53d Armored Infantry Battalion,
in action against enemy forces on 25 March 1945. Private First Class
Moomaw's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 150 (1945)
Home Town: Florence, Alabama

*MOORE, CHARLES A. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Charles A. Moore
(0-1013943), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 66th Armored Infantry Regiment, 2d Armored Division,
in action against enemy forces on 4 January 1945. Second Lieutenant
Moore's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 2d Armored Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 79 (1945)
Home Town: Los Angeles, California

MOORE, EVERETT L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Everett L. Moore, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 31
August 1943. Private First Class Moore's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 35 (1944)

MOORE, GEORGE F.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to George F. Moore, Major General, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving while in charge of the Harbor
Defenses at Manila Bay, Philippine Islands, during the months of March
and April 1942. Major General Moore displayed great gallantry in
continually visiting the most exposed elements in his command, and
repeatedly passed from one echelon to another during sustained hostile
attacks, giving encouragement, directing operations, and by his
courage and example inspiring the heroic efforts of his command. The
splendid efficiency and dogged determination of this garrison was
largely based on his efficiency, tenacity, and individual courage.
Major General Moore's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and
the United States Army.Headquarters, South West Pacific
Area, General Orders No. 3 (1942)

MOORE, JAMES D.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James D. Moore (34735897), Private
First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical
Ambulance Orderly with Company C, 112th Medical Battalion, 28th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 June 1945, in
the vicinity of the Cagayan Valley, Philippine Islands. During the
bitter fighting in the Cagayan Valley, Private First Class Moore,
together with a companion, had driven through an enemy road block en
route to forward positions when he encountered three seriously wounded
men who were in need of immediate medical treatment. Although fully
aware of the extreme danger involved, he courageously volunteered to
assist in the attempt to take the casualties through the dangerous
blockade and deliver them to a hospital. The muddy, winding road
necessitated a slow rate of speed, and, as the ambulance approached a
roadblock, Japanese heavy machine gun opened fire. His companion who
was driving was wounded, and halted the vehicle. Private Moore jumped
out and ran around to get in the driver's seat and while so doing was
wounded in the leg. However, he took his place but the motor was
disabled by hostile fire and refused to run. With presence of mind, he
shifted its gears to neutral thus enabling the bullet-riddled vehicle
to roll down the hill to safety. By his great personal courage and
gallantry in voluntarily risking his own life to save the lives of
three critically wounded fellow soldiers, Private First Class Moore
set an inspiring example of heroism worthy of the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States, and reflecting great
credit upon himself, the 28th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 352 (November 26, 1945)
Home Town: Bull Gap, Tennessee

*MOORE, JOSEPH M., JR. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Joseph M. Moore, Jr.
(0-536595), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 6 September 1944. Second Lieutenant
Moore's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 80th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 89 (1944)
Home Town: Lewisburg, West Virginia
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star
(WWII), Bronze Star, 2@ Purple Hearts

MOORE, LEE E.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Lee E. Moore, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 381st Infantry
Regiment, 96th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26
April 1945, at Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands. Staff Sergeant Moore's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 96th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 322 (1945)

MOORE, MILFORD L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Milford L. Moore, Sergeant, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 142d Infantry
Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11
February 1945. Sergeant Moore's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 36th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 158 (1945)

MOORE,
NOLAN E.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Nolan E. Moore, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 19
October 1944. Private First Class Moore's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 16 (1945)
Home Town: Corning, California

MOORE, PIERCE W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Pierce W. Moore, Corporal, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 4 February
1945. Corporal Moore's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S.
Forces-India/Burma Theater, General Orders No. 99 (1945)

*MOORE, ROBERT K. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert K. Moore
(0-1303529), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company B, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 12 May 1943. Second Lieutenant
Moore's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Troops, APO
726 (Attu Landing Force), General Orders No. 31 (1943)
Home Town: Pettis County, Missouri

MOORE, STANLEY B.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Stanley B. Moore, Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 11
and 12 May 1944. Second Lieutenant Moore's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 113 (1944)

*MOORE,
WILLIAM W. (MIA-KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William W. Moore
(0-1016766), First Lieutenant (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 749th Tank Battalion, in action against enemy
forces from 13 to 25 November 1944. First Lieutenant Moore's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and
the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 121 (1945)
Home Town: Skowhegan, Maine
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts

*MORALES, EDWARD (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward Morales
(39131880), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 186th Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 16 June 1944. Private Morales' intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 41st
Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 87 (1944)
Home Town: Alameda, California

*MORALEZ, FRANK (KIA)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Frank Moralez
(37326029), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 413th Infantry Regiment, 104th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 30 November 1944, in Germany. On that
date, an enemy tank, supported by infantry, moved into positions held
by the platoon in which Private Moralez was an assistant squad leader.
Realizing the futility of his position and the danger of his comrades,
Private Moralez faced the enemy fire to secure a more advantageous
position. From this position, he exchanged fire with the enemy tank.
His fourth rifle grenade found its mark and the tank was forced to
withdraw, but not before it had fired a direct hit on his position
taking his life. The heroic efforts of Private Moralez undoubtedly
saved the lives of many fellow soldiers. The extraordinary heroism and
courageous actions of Private Moralez exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, the 104th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 43 (1945)
Home Town: Polk County, Minnesota

MORAN, ROBERT B.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Robert B. Moran (0-388141), Lieutenant
Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding
Officer of an Infantry Battalion of the 345th Infantry Regiment, 87th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 February 1945,
in Germany. On that date, Colonel Moran led his Infantry Battalion
against fiercely defended Siegfried Line fortifications near Roth,
Germany. Braving antipersonnel mines and intense enemy fire of all
descriptions he pushed forward, inspiring his troops by his bold,
fearless leadership. On the following day when the advance was halted
by machine gun fire from strongly fortified bunkers, Colonel Moran,
completely disregarding his own safety went forward and personally
selected gun positions for assaulting tank destroyers. The brilliant,
courageous leadership displayed by Lieutenant Colonel Moran, his
heroism and devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 87th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 92 (May 2, 1945)

MORERE, RODERIC G.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Roderic G. Morere, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
F, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 4 November 1943. First Lieutenant Morere's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 45th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 75 (1944)

MORESCHI, PATRICK H.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Patrick H. Moreschi, Private, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the
Medical Detachment, 318th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 8 February 1945. Private Moreschi's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 80th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 60 (1945)

MORGAN, GEORGE H.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to George H. Morgan, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 28th
Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 14 April 1945. First Lieutenant Morgan's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 8th Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 204 (1945)
Home Town: New Paltz, New York

*MORGAN, HERBERT W. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Herbert W. Morgan
(20417097), Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company F, 167th Infantry Regiment, in action against
enemy forces on 26 June 1945. Technical Sergeant Morgan's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and
the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 401 (1945)
Home Town: Etowah County, Alabama

MORGAN, RALPHSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Ralph Morgan, Private, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy while serving with the 377th Infantry Regiment, 95th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 November 1944.
Private Morgan's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
95th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 61 (1945)

MORGAN, SAMUEL ALFREDCitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Samuel Alfred Morgan, Private, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 15 August
1943, at Baanga, New Georgia. Knowing that the hazardous mission
involved almost certain casualties, Private Morgan volunteered as a
rifleman in a small party sent to rescue infantrymen who had been
ambushed on the East coast of Baanga and were cut off from escape.
While the officer in charge was searching ashore, Private Morgan
helped rescue wounded men and attempted to silence the enemy's 37-mm.,
sniper and machine gun fire which had opened up as soon as their small
boat had landed. While returning hostile fire, he was severely wounded
in the thigh and hand. The outstanding courage and coolness he
displayed were prime factors in the accomplishment of a dangerous
mission. Private Morgan's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 140 (1944)
Home Town: Pine Hill, Alabama

MORIARITY, WILLIAM H.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William H. Moriarity, Private First
Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 3d
Chemical Mortar Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 22 April
1945. Private First Class Moriarity's intrepid actions, personal
bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions
of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit
upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 221 (1945)
Home Town: LaSalle, Illinois

MORITZ, MARTIN DIRKSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Martin Dirk Moritz, Technician Fourth
Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical
Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11 August 1943.
Technician Fourth Grade Moritz's intrepid actions, personal bravery
and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 23 (1943)
Home Town: Benson, Illinois

MORRIS, ORVA F.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Orva F. Morris, Second Lieutenant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 21 October
1943. Second Lieutenant Morris' intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 39 (1944)

MORRIS, VICTOR M.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Victor M. Morris, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
A, 7th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 5 February
1945. First Lieutenant Morris' intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 258 (1945)

MORROW, JESSE LEECitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Jesse Lee Morrow (0-1292372), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 17 and 18 December 1944, in Belgium. As
a German infantry-tank force attempted to overrun his battalion
command post, First Lieutenant Morrow quickly organized headquarters
personnel to stave off the attack. As one of the tanks directed its
fire upon him, First Lieutenant Morrow advanced boldly, fired a rifle
grenade and knocked the tank out of action. On the following day, a
second attack was launched with five tanks and supporting infantrymen.
Moving alone toward the tanks, First Lieutenant Morrow placed
effective rifle grenade fire upon the tanks at extremely close range
before he was seriously wounded. His heroic actions were instrumental
in the total destruction of the attacking force. First Lieutenant
Morrow's inspiring leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion
to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the
United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 2d Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 27 (February 15, 1945)
Born: September 16, 1918 at Del Rio, Tennessee
Home Town: Marion, North Carolina

*MORROW, WILLIAM C. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William C. Morrow
(0-258365), Major (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 7 August 1943. Major Morrow's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 3d
Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 37 (1943)
Home Town: Albany County, Wyoming

MORSE, VERNE V.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Verne V. Morse (0-1292044), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving as a Platoon Leader in an Infantry Company of the 116th
Infantry Regiment, 29th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 6 June 1944, at Normandy, France. In the initial assault
upon the cost of France, First Lieutenant Morse landed with his
platoon in the face of heavy enemy rifle, machine gun and artillery
fire. This intense fire pinned the men down on a narrow beachhead,
inflicting numerous casualties with resultant disorganization. In the
reorganization and preparation of his platoon for attack, First
Lieutenant Morse fearlessly and with complete disregard for his own
safety, on numerous occasions exposed himself to the direct enemy
fire. He then led his platoon in a successful assault upon the enemy
positions. The personal bravery and superior leadership demonstrated
by First Lieutenant Morse exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 29th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 29 (June 29, 1944)
Home Town: Jefferson County, Pennsylvania

MORTENSEN, FREDCitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Fred Mortensen, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 272d
Infantry Regiment, 69th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 6 April 1945, near Benterode, Germany. When his platoon was
halted by heavy fire from dug-in machine gun positions, Private First
Class Mortensen crawled forward under heavy fire and threw grenades
into three machine gun positions, annihilating the occupants. With his
grenade supply exhausted, he leaped to his feet and charged a fourth
position, and though his rifle failed to fire, his aggressiveness
caused the enemy to surrender without resistance. Throughout the
entire action, Private First Class Mortensen displayed extraordinary
heroism and superior qualities of courage and leadership. His intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 69th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 436 (1945)
Home Town: Staten Island, New York

MORTER, HAROLD R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Harold R. Morter, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 63d Infantry
Regiment, in action against enemy forces during World War II. Private
First Class Morter's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.

MORTON, JOHN R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John R. Morton, First Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 231st Armored
Field Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 1 August
1944. First Sergeant Morton's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 88 (1944)

MOSBY, JAMES L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James L. Mosby, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 29 August 1944. First Lieutenant Mosby's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 30th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 31 (1945)

MOSENTEEN, WILLIAM W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William W. Mosenteen, Technical
Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 28th
Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 8 December 1944. Technical Sergeant Mosenteen's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 8th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 10 (1945)

*MOSES,
ALBERT D., JR. (KIA)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Albert D. Moses, Jr.
(13200384), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 22 September 1944, in Germany. An early
morning enemy attack, preceded by an intense artillery concentration,
broke through the hillside positions of Sergeant Moses' company and
threatened to envelop gun emplacements in the valley below. With his
machine gun ammunition expended, Sergeant Moses voluntarily and with
great personal courage, ran the gauntlet of heavy automatic weapons
and small arms fire to reach the dump 150 yards away and returned with
more then a thousand rounds of ammunition, thus staving off the
attack. During the height of the battle his platoon leader was
severely wounded and lay helpless in an exposed position. Again
displaying great valor and with utter disregard for his own safety,
Sergeant Moses moved across the open field though a hail of intense
enemy fie to reach the wounded officer. As he prepared to carry him to
a safe position, Sergeant Moses was hit by a burst of fire and
instantly killed. The heroic and exemplary actions of Sergeant Moses
in sacrificing his life in an attempt to rescue his wounded leader
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 4 (1945)
Born: at Malvern, Pennsylvania
Home Town: Malvern, Pennsylvania
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts

*MOSES, MARTIN (MIA-KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Martin Moses (0-016924),
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
United States Army Forces in the Philippines, Northern Luzon, in
action against enemy forces during World War II. Lieutenant Colonel
Moses' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.Home Town: Burnet, Texas
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross, 2@ Legion of Merit,
Bronze Star, Purple Heart

MOTT,
HUGH BARBEESynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Hugh Barbee Mott, First Lieutenant
(Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving as Commanding Officer of 2d Platoon, Company B, 9th Armored
Engineer Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 7 March 1945, in
Germany. On that date, Lieutenant Mott led assault on Ludendorff
Railroad Bridge, outside town of Remagen, Germany. This was the last
fully intact bridge across the Rhine River. Explosives placed by the
German army were set to destroy the bridge, thus slowing the allies'
crossing of the Rhine. On 7 March 1945 at approximately 1600 hours,
Lieutenant Mott, assisted by two sergeants, charged the bridge and cut
demolition wires, thus preventing the destruction of the bridge. The
bridge stood 10 days after this, enough time for the engineers to
build a pontoon bridge slightly south of the Ludendorff Railroad
Bridge. First Lieutenant Mott's gallant leadership, personal bravery
and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 49 (1945)
Born: July 14, 1920 at Nashville, Tennessee
Home Town: Nashville, Tennessee

*MOTT, ROBERT W. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert W. Mott
(32576495), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action
against enemy forces on 6 August 1944. Staff Sergeant Mott's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of
his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of
the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and
the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 111 (1944)
Home Town: Schenectady County, New York

MOULTON, BURT G.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Burt G. Moulton, Corporal, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces in September
1943. Corporal Moulton's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 94 (1943)

MUCCI,
HENRY A.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Henry A. Mucci, Lieutenant Colonel,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 6th Ranger
Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 30 January 1945,
during the rescue of Allied Prisoners of War from the Cabanatuan
Prison Camp in the Philippine Islands. Lieutenant Colonel Mucci's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 39 (1945)
Home Town: Bridgeport, Connecticut

*MUCKENSTURM, CLARENCE P. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Clarence P. Muckensturm
(0-1303377), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company C, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 12 May 1943. Second Lieutenant
Muckensturm's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion
to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of
the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Troops, APO
726 (Attu Landing Force), General Orders No. 31 (1943)
Home Town: Gundy County, Illinois

MUDGE, VERNE D.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Verne D. Mudge, Major General, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 28 February
1945. Major General Mudge's intrepid actions, personal bravery and
zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the Far East, General Orders No. 49 (1945)

MUELLER, CHARLES E.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles E. Mueller, Technician Fourth
Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
634th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy
forces on 9 and 10 March 1945. Technician Fourth Grade Mueller's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 157 (1945)

MUENESTER, BILLIESynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Billie Muenester, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 148th
Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 9 February 1945. Private First Class Muenester's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 37th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 171 (1945)

*MULHALL, STEPHEN J. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Stephen J. Mulhall
(12006981), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in November 1942, in
North Africa. Corporal Mulhall's intrepid actions, personal bravery
and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 35 (1943)
Home Town: New York, New York

*MULLEN, JOHN A. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John A. Mullen
(33766179), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company E, 179th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 October 1944. Private
Mullen's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to
duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 45th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 310 (1945)
Home Town: Blair County, Pennsylvania

*MULLENS, DONALD W. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Donald W. Mullens
(37527078), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 March 1945. Private
First Class Mullens' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 204 (1945)
Home Town: Wyandotte County, Kansas
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 3@
Purple Hearts

MULLIGAN, FRANCIS J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Francis J. Mulligan, Corporal, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 6th Armored
Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 8 November 1942.
Corporal Mulligan's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army-North
African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 13 (1943)

MULLINAX, JONATHAN G.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Jonathan G. Mullinax, Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 120th Infantry Regiment,
30th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 7 July 1944.
Sergeant Mullinax's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
30th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 442 (1945)

*MULLINS, OSCAR M. (MIA-KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Oscar M. Mullins
(33047090), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 629th Tank Destroyer Battalion, in action against
enemy forces on 26 December 1944. Sergeant Mullins' intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 45 (1945)
Home Town: Dickenson County, Virginia

*MULLINS, THORNTON L. (KIA)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Thornton L. Mullins
(0-299488), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with the 111th Field Artillery Battalion, 29th Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France.
Lieutenant Colonel Mullins landed on the coast of France with the
initial assault wave under intense enemy small arms, machine gun,
mortar and 88-mm. fire. The infantry was pinned to the beach and was
apparently unable to move forward. Advancing to the end of the beach,
Lieutenant Colonel Mullins then turned and, though exposed to the
enemy fire, walked back to the water line, urging troops to move
forward and off the beach. While accomplishing this, Lieutenant
Colonel Mullins was wounded but continued in his efforts until finally
the assault wave of the infantry moved forward. He then took command
of two tanks and directed their fire on enemy strong points
overlooking the beach. Observing that the tanks were unable to
neutralize all the strong points, he organized a party of infantrymen
and led them in the face of intense enemy fire up a hill to assault
the strong points. Though again wounded and forced to withdraw, he
refused to be deterred. Undaunted, he organized another party and
while leading this group in an assault, Lieutenant Colonel Mullins was
killed by enemy fire. The extraordinary heroism, initiative and
personal bravery displayed by Lieutenant Colonel Mullins exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 29th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 42 (August 6, 1944)
Home Town: Queens, New York

MUNCH, MILTON J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Milton J. Munch, Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 357th
Infantry, in action against enemy forces on 25 January 1945. Second
Lieutenant Munch's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 86 (1945)

MUNGAI, AMEDEOSynopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Amedeo Mungai, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 129th
Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 24 March 1944. Private First Class Mungai's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 37th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1170 (1944)

MUNSON,
ORVILLE O.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Orville O. Munson, First Lieutenant
(Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action
against enemy forces on 6 January 1944. First Lieutenant Munson's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 52 (1944)
Home Town: Wessington Springs, South Dakota

MUNSTERMAN, ALFRED H.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Alfred H. Munsterman, Captain
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
E, 41st Armored Infantry Regiment, 2d Armored Division, in action
against enemy forces on 1 April 1945. Captain Munsterman's outstanding
leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify
the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 2d Armored Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 580 (1945)

MURPHY,
AUDIE LEONCitation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Audie Leon Murphy (0-1692509), Staff
Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
B, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 15 August 1944, in the vicinity of Ramatuelle, France.
Staff Sergeant Murphy landed near Ramatuelle, France, with the first
wave of the assault infantry, at 0800 hours, 15 August 1944, until
halted by intense machine gun and small arms fire from a
boulder-covered hill to his front. Leaving his men in a covered
position, he dashed forty yards through withering fire to a draw.
Using this defiladed route, he went back toward the beaches, found a
light machine gun squad and, returning up the rocky hill, placed the
machine gun in position seventy-five yards in advance of his platoon.
In the duel which ensued, Lieutenant Murphy silenced the enemy weapon,
killed two of the crew and wounded a third. As he proceeded further up
the draw, two Germans advanced toward him. Quickly destroying both of
them, he dashed up the draw alone toward the enemy strongpoint,
disregarding bullets which glanced off the rocks around him and hand
grenades which exploded fifteen yards away. Closing in, he wounded two
Germans with carbine fire, killed two more in a fierce, brief
fire-fight, and forced the remaining five to surrender. His
extraordinary heroism resulted in the capture of a fiercely contested
enemy-held hill and the annihilation or capture of the entire enemy
garrison. Staff Sergeant Murphy's intrepid actions, personal bravery
and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 21 (1945)
Born: June 20, 1924 at Kingston, Texas
Home Town: Dallas, Texas
Personal Awards: Medal of Honor (WWII), Distinguished Service Cross
(WWII), 2@ Silver Stars (WWII)

MURPHY, CYRIL R.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Cyril R. Murphy, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company
K, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 26 May 1944. First Lieutenant Murphy's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 45th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 114 (July 9, 1944)
Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland

*MURPHY, JACK H. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Jack H. Murphy
(34737338), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company H, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 23 January 1945. Sergeant Murphy's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the
cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 482 (1945)
Home Town: Davidson County, Tennessee

*MURPHY, PATRICK F. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Patrick F. Murphy
(0-1291679), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism
in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company C, 331st Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 April 1945. Captain
Murphy's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion
to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of
the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 83d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 268 (1945)
Home Town: Genesee County, Michigan
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star
(WWII), 2@ Bronze Stars, Purple Heart

MURRAY, EDWARD M.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Edward M. Murray, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy
forces on 22 July 1943. First Lieutenant Murray's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 94 (1944)

MURRAY, HARRY L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Harry L. Murray, Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 5 June 1944.
Private Murray's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 127 (1944)

MURRAY, JOHN J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John J. Murray, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 167th Infantry
Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 19 June 1945. Staff
Sergeant Murray's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 404 (1945)

MURRAY, SAMUEL D.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Samuel D. Murray, Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 141st
Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 12 December 1944. Private Murray's intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest
traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect
great credit upon himself, the 36th Infantry Division, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 220 (1945)

MURRAY, SAMUEL J.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Samuel J. Murray, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 23d
Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 17 and 18 January 1945. First Lieutenant Murray's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 2d Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 59 (1945)
Home Town: New Rochelle, New York

*MURRAY, WILLIAM G. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William G. Murray, First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action
against enemy forces on 3 February 1945. First Lieutenant Murray's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the
cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 42 (1945)

MURRIN, RICHARD C.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Richard C. Murrin, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 70th Tank Battalion, in
action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944. Staff Sergeant Murrin's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 35 (1944)

MUSHIK, DONALD L.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Donald L. Mushik, First Lieutenant
(Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a
Forward Observer with the Field Artillery, 43d Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 23 July 1943, on Horseshoe Mountain,
New Georgia, Solomon Islands. Lieutenant Mushik accurately adjusted 14
artillery concentrations under extremely heavy fire. His intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 43d Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in
the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 453 (1943)

MUSICK, PAUL F.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Paul F. Musick, Technical Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 175th
Infantry Regiment, 29th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 26 November 1944. Technical Sergeant Musick's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 29th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 40 (1945)
Home Town: Grantville, Georgia

MUSTON, DONALD E.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Donald E. Muston, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
350th Infantry Regiment, 88th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 25 September 1944. First Lieutenant Muston's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 88th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 187 (1944)

*MUSZYNSKI, WALTER J. (KIA)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Walter J. Muszynski
(16049877), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry
Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 20
September 1944, about one mile north of Nijmegen, Holland. As a light
machine gunner, Private First Class Muszynski crossed the Waal River
in one of the lead boats of the initial assault element during the
Waal bridgehead operation. As heavy machine gun and 20-mm. flak fire
greeted the forward elements, Private First Class Muszynski quickly
mounted his machine gun in the bow of his boat and directed heavy fire
on the enemy dug in on the riverbank. Although fully exposed to enemy
fire, which wounded two of his comrades, Private First Class Muszynski
disregarded all possibilities of danger and remained at his precarious
post. Upon reaching the opposite bank, Private First Class Muszynski
maintained a continuous cover of protective fire for the movement of
his squad to the main dike and from the dike to the railroad
embankment, accounting for at least twenty enemy dead and wounded. At
times he fired his machine gun from the hip, while moving forward as
to keep pace with his squad. At the railroad embankment, heavy
opposition from self-propelled flak guns was encountered, and one of
the nearby flanking guns knocked Private First Class Muszynski's
machine gun from his arms, destroying it. Unhesitatingly, and without
orders from anyone, Private First Class Muszynski crept to within
fifteen yards of the gun position directing devastating flanking fire
on his platoon, and knocked it out with hand grenades, killing four of
the enemy. During this phase of action, Private First Class Muszynski
fell mortally wounded from enemy from enemy rifle fire. By his brave
determination and valorous execution of his duties at the sacrifice of
his own life, Private First Class Muszynski set an inspiring example
for all his comrades and contributed directly to the successful
establishment of the vital Waal bridgehead. His intrepid actions,
personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life,
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 82d Airborne
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps,
General Orders No. 4 (1944)

MUTH, JAMES C.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James C. Muth, Second Lieutenant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 10 July
1943, in Sicily. When his landing craft was beached in rough and deep
water, Lieutenant Muth swam ashore with full equipment and under heavy
fire. He returned to the water to rescue two soldiers and one sailor.
He then crawled up a 40-foot cliff and fired on a machine gun nest
containing 12 Italians and 2 Germans. Second Lieutenant Muth's
intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army-North
African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 80 (1943)

MUZZA, JOHN W.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John W. Muzza, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 359th Infantry Regiment,
90th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 15 December
1944. Sergeant Muzza's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous
devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
90th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 46 (1945)

MYERLE, HOWARD E.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Howard E. Myerle, Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 104th
Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 22 November 1944. Second Lieutenant Myerle's intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 26th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 204 (1945)

*MYERS, BRYAN, JR. (KIA)Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Bryan Myers, Jr.
(34897253), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while
serving with Headquarters Company, 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 December 1944.
Private Myers' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion
to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of
the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, the 36th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 217 (1945)
Home Town: Davidson County, North Carolina

MYERS, CLOYD G.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Cloyd G. Myers, Private, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 128th Infantry Regiment,
32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November
1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Cape Sudest, New Guinea. Private
Myers' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, South West Pacific
Area, General Orders No. 62 (1942)
Home Town: Nebraska

MYERS, HENRY M.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Henry M. Myers, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 306th Engineers,
in action against enemy forces on 17 September 1944. Staff Sergeant
Myers' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty
exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United
States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United
States Army.Headquarters, U.S. Army
Forces-Pacific Ocean Areas, General Orders No. 27 (1945)

MYERS, JOHN B.Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John B. Myers, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 3 October 1944. First Lieutenant Myers' intrepid
actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the
highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and
reflect great credit upon himself, the 45th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 121 (1944)

*MYERS, JOSEPH F. (MIA-KIA)Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Joseph F. Myers
(0-1301865), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with Company G, 401st Glider Infantry Regiment,
(attached to Company L, 325th Glider Infantry Regiment), 82d Airborne
Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 September 1944, in the
vicinity of Groesbeek, Holland. While his company was attacking
through the Kiekberg Woods about two and one half miles south of
Groesbeek, Holland, Lieutenant Myers personally led his machine gun
section which had the assignment of giving supporting fire to the
advance of the 1st and 2d rifle platoons. An enemy pocket of
resistance consisting of five men armed with a machine gun, machine
pistols, and grenades surprised Lieutenant Myers and five men near him
by tossing a grenade at the group. The first grenade missed, a second
one was tossed and landed in the midst of Lieutenant Myers' group.
Upon seeing the grenade Lieutenant Myers yelled, "Grenade,
duck!" Realizing that the entire group might be killed or
wounded, he without hesitancy threw himself upon the grenade in an
attempt to protect his men. The exploding grenade mortally wounded
Lieutenant Myers, but his men escaped injury. This demonstration of
willingness to make the supreme sacrifice that others might live to
fight for a just cause exemplifies the highest traditions of the
military forces of the United States and reflects great credit upon
himself, the 82d Airborne Division, and the United States Army.Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps,
General Orders No. 8 (November 11, 1944)
Home Town: Kent County, Delaware
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts

MYRICE, CLIFFORD B.Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Clifford B. Myrice, Staff Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 253d
Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 16 April 1945, in
the vicinity of Michelsback, Germany. When his patrol was pinned down
in the open by surprise fire from an enemy machine gun and riflemen,
Staff Sergeant Myrice drew the enemy fire away from the others by
dashing to a ravine on the flank. With his automatic rifleman, he then
made his way around the enemy's flank, where he threw two grenades at
the machine gun nest. When this failed to dislodge the enemy, he
charged the machine gun through a withering hail of bullets and
eliminated the position with his rifle and bayonet. By his fearless
and inspiring action the dangerous strongpoint was taken and six of
the enemy were killed without a casualty to our forces. The exemplary
courage, fearless leadership, and devotion to duty displayed by Staff
Sergeant Myrice during this action exemplify the highest traditions of
the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon
himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 34 (January 30, 1946)

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of all WWII DSC Awards to members of the U.S. Army in WWII. We welcome
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